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Kneeling Peasant Woman, mid 19th century. Creator: Johann Georg Meyer
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Kneeling Peasant Woman, mid 19th century. Creator: Johann Georg Meyer
Kneeling Peasant Woman, mid 19th century
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1850s Agricultural Labourer Agricultural Workers Artistic Style Düsseldorf School Headscarf Hopeful Labourer Looking Up Peasant Peasants Walters Art Museum
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This evocative monochrome watercolor on paper, titled "Kneeling Peasant Woman" by Johann Georg Meyer from Bremen (1825-1897), captures the essence of rural life in mid-19th century Germany. The image portrays a humble agricultural laborer, dressed in traditional attire, kneeling in a hopeful posture while looking up. The woman, with a baby in her arms and two young children at her feet, embodies the hardworking spirit of the agricultural community. Her headscarf, a common headdress for women in rural areas during this period, adds to her authentic portrayal. The artist, a prominent figure of the Düsseldorf School, masterfully employs the artistic style of the time to convey the raw emotions and realities of farm life. This poignant portrait invites us to reflect on the heritage and traditions of agricultural laborers, whose contributions to the industry were essential during the 19th century. The black and white composition, reminiscent of the monochrome aesthetic, adds to the timeless and enduring quality of this work of art.
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